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Associação Sójovem das Saibreiras
Ermesinde, Portugal
Description
Associação SóJovem provides learning opportunities to volunteers in digitalization, youth participation, green practices, ecology, sports, art, and cultural activities. The organization fosters a warm atmosphere and provides free space for participants' creativity. The volunteering program will last for 9 months in Ermesinde, Porto. Tasks include: Organizing a Summer Camp for children Supporting Theatre Workshops Facilitating Intercultural Activities Organizing Sport Events Running Music Workshops Engaging in Green activities such as walking, presentations, and awareness raising Supporting Photography sessions Each volunteer will have an individual task that encourages creativity. Volunteers will learn: The process of Erasmus+ projects Designing using Canva and other tools Photography Theatre techniques Youth Work practices Green practices Ecologic awareness The project will provide a safe atmosphere for volunteers to showcase their creativity and potential."
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Accommodation: The organisation and accommodation are located in Ermesinde, Porto. Volunteers will share rooms (2-3 volunteers per room) in a flat. The accommodation provides all conditions are necessary. Food: Volunteers will receive a food allowance according to the European Solidarity Corps program guide. Transportation: Travel from the volunteer's country to Portugal will be covered by the program, according to the distance of the country. Volunteers will not need transportation during the project. If any activity requires transportation, the organisation will cover.
Training during the activity
Volunteers will participate in on-arrival and mid-term training organized by the National Agency of Portugal. Additionally, we will provide various trainings to volunteers, including: Soft Skills Digital Literacy Gender Education Theatre Music Language courses are not covered by the project; however, the organization will support volunteers in registering for Online Language Support (OLS). The organization's Youth Workers will facilitate and support the volunteers in learning Portuguese.
Participant profile
Associação Sójovem is a youth organization that is currently seeking volunteers who are enthusiastic about youth work and non-formal education. Creativity, readiness to take initiative, and problem-solving skills are key attributes for the volunteer profile. The organization prioritizes supporting volunteers with fewer opportunities. Other skills and interests sought include proficiency in digital tools, theatre, music, intercultural exchange, and children's animation. Volunteers must be fluent in English or Portuguese.
Activity dates
A total of 38 week(s) during the period 01/01/2026 to 31/08/2026
Activity location
Rua Rodrigues de Freitas, nº 1202, Ermesinde, Portugal
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Citizenship and democratic participation
Environment and natural protection
Health and wellbeing
Education and training
Creativity and culture
Working against discrimination (including gender discrimination)
Deadline for applications
No application deadline
Project code
2025-1-PT02-ESC51-VTJ-000349159